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as in automated
designed to replace or decrease human labor and especially physical labor
the dishwasher is one of the greatest robotic devices ever invented
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as in automatic
done instantly and without conscious thought or decision
with a single robotic motion, she reached for a cigarette and a lighter the instant she sat down
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Recent Examples of robotic
Trump reposts conspiracy theory suggesting Biden is a robotic clone| RISING
Robby Soave and Lindsey Granger react to President Trump reposting a conspiracy theory about former President Joe Biden being replaced by a robot clone.
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The Hill, 2 June 2025
Helen Shen isn’t quite as robotic, which makes sense because her Helper Bot character Claire is a slightly newer model than yours.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 2 June 2025
Tianwen 2 marks another step forward in China's ever-advancing, ever-ambitious robotic exploration program.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 29 May 2025
Though he’s filmed hundreds of interviews, Evans still looks a touch robotic on camera.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
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The Hill, 2 June 2025
Helen Shen isn’t quite as robotic, which makes sense because her Helper Bot character Claire is a slightly newer model than yours.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 2 June 2025
Tianwen 2 marks another step forward in China's ever-advancing, ever-ambitious robotic exploration program.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 29 May 2025
Though he’s filmed hundreds of interviews, Evans still looks a touch robotic on camera.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for robotic
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State law now largely allows automated speed cameras around parks and schools but not on DuSable Lake Shore Drive.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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With users’ permission, the system pulls from past emails to see how a user writes and suggests automated responses that reflect that person’s tone and style.—
Tripp Mickle,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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Several automakers are implementing new semi-autonomous, advanced cruise control, and automatic braking features in popular vehicles.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Almost a month later, on June 1, the spacecraft was less than four minutes away from liftoff when the ground launch sequencer — the computer that launches the rocket — triggered an automatic hold.—
Jillian Frankel,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
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Most mechanical keyboards use a flat ribbon cable to connect the PCB to the bottom case.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Home in foreclosure, a mobile mechanic Online records show that his Canby Street home was in foreclosure last year and sold in September for $60,000.—
Nick Penzenstadler,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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In the footage, a large coastal carpet python rests on a mechanic shop's floor.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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For travelers looking for nearby, spontaneous adventures, Airbnb’s summer report also shares the top trending domestic destinations among US guests this summer, with unique stays ranging from cozy cabins to beach house retreats.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Yet for shows like the one in Houston, Erivo is aiming for something looser, more spontaneous, slightly lower-key.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Apart from the reflex response to a jump scare, the purpose of almost any horror movie is to disturb you.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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The Loewe Grand inicio is a powerful two-way speaker with a bass reflex system and is available as a floor-standing speaker.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Robotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robotic. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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